Expertise in
13
conditions

Dr. Mitra Afshari

Neurology
University Of Illinois Chicago Physician Group (Uicpg)
1801 W Taylor St, 
Chicago, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
13
conditions
University Of Illinois Chicago Physician Group (Uicpg)
1801 W Taylor St, 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

Mitra Afshari is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.

Dr. Afshari is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 30 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Afshari is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in IL

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics

Languages Spoken

English
Farsi

Gender

Female

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Aetna
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  • POS
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Cigna
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Health Care Services Corporation
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Humana
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Managed Health Services
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Medicaid
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

University of Illinois Chicago Physician Group (Uicpg)
1801 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Clinical Trials

Study in Parkinson Disease of Exercise Phase 3 Clinical Trial: SPARX3
Study in Parkinson Disease of Exercise Phase 3 Clinical Trial: SPARX3
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: July 10, 2026
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable
A Novel Tele-Neurorehabilitation Program Aimed at Reducing Fall Risk in Parkinson's Disease Patients
A Novel Tele-Neurorehabilitation Program Aimed at Reducing Fall Risk in Parkinson's Disease Patients
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 16, 2021
Intervention Type: Other
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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30 Total Publications

Pathogenic or Likely Pathogenic GRN Variants Are Found in 0.1% of Parkinson's Disease Patients.
Pathogenic or Likely Pathogenic GRN Variants Are Found in 0.1% of Parkinson's Disease Patients.
Journal: Movement disorders : official journal of the Movement Disorder Society
Published: September 12, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mitra Afshari

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Is Dr. Mitra Afshari a top-rated expert for Movement Disorders?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mitra Afshari is classified as an Elite expert for Movement Disorders, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Mitra Afshari specialize in?

While Dr. Mitra Afshari is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Mitra Afshari participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Mitra Afshari has published 30 articles and abstracts on conditions like Movement Disorders. You can view a list of Dr. Mitra Afshari's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Mitra Afshari accept my insurance?

Dr. Mitra Afshari accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-355-0510 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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